Clinic staff

Blanche Blackington

President, AuD, FAAA

Dr. Blanche Blackington is the President of San Diego Hearing Centers. She has been helping people hear better in private practice since 1990. She earned her Master's degree at San Diego State University and her doctorate at Arizona School of Health Sciences. Blanche is a consultant for the Hearing Aid Dispenser's Bureau and is active in the licensing examination process. She is also on the Board for the California Academy of Audiology. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Audiology, a member of the Academy of Dispensing Audiologist, and certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Blanche takes pride in the fact that her practice incorporates a 'patient first' philosophy.

Kathleen Grichar

AuD, FAAA

Dr. Kathleen Grichar earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Speech-Language and Hearing Sciences from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities and her Doctorate of Audiology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison after completing her externship at the VA San Diego Healthcare System. She is predominately interested in the evolving technology of hearing aids and assistive listening devices, rehabilitation, and hearing conservation while providing friendly and personalized care to each of her patients. Outside of the office, Dr. Grichar enjoys biking, yoga, reading, cooking, traveling and is an avid Wisconsin sports fan.

Clinic reviews

“They were very aware of what needed to be done - it was a specific item for a specific company and they were familiar with that company's policies and procedures and they just went right at it. I didn't have to explain a lot of the procedure to them. They already knew.”

Eric W. of San Diego, CA Review verified by phone

5 out of
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“She was very warm, inviting, and she answered all our questions. She's very professional. ”

Turyg A. of Fairbanks, AK Review verified by phone

5 out of
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“She discovered some errors on another appointment we'd had and she corrected that. We're in the process of trying to deal with liquid behind the ears. We've been coming here for a number of years. ”

Wanda G. of Poway, CA Review verified by phone

5 out of
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“Extremely personable and knowledgeable, easy to talk to and took the time to answer all my questions. Very passionate about hearing. ”

Judy B. of Vista, CA Review verified by phone

5 out of
51.

“They were very nice and very helpful. I have only good things to say about them!”

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About this clinic

The audiologists and staff at the San Diego Hearing Center strive to provide comprehensive and professional hearing healthcare, from prevention to rehabilitation, for those individuals with hearing concerns, without exception or discrimination.

Our patient care respects each individual and reflects the professional concern and attention each individual needs to succeed to their goal of improved quality of life through better hearing.

It is our goal at the San Diego Hearing Center to bring comprehensive hearing healthcare education to each and every member of the community of San Diego.

We have two locations to serve you better:

Hillcrest
4060 Fourth Ave., Ste 410A
San Diego, California 92103

Clairemont
4282 Genesee Ave., Ste 301
San Diego, California 92117

Clinic services

Hearing screenings

Complete hearing tests

Hearing aid evaluations

Hearing aids – A wide selection of top-quality digital hearing instruments from the best manufacturers

Computerized hearing aid fittings to ensure proper amplification

Hearing aid accessories

Assistive Listening Devices (ALDs) including amplified telephones for people who are hearing impaired

Hearing aid service including cleaning, checks, maintenance and repairs

Hearing aid batteries

Tinnitus (ringing in the ears) evaluation and management

Custom earmolds for hearing aids and earplugs for swimming and hearing protection